Wood or Faux Wood Blinds?

By Susie Lezell

Wood and faux wood blinds are both beautiful window fashions. Sometimes, it’s hard to know which will be better for your particular need. At Windows, Walls & More, we’ve been helping people throughout the Bloomfield Hills area select the perfect window blinds since 1977. Stop by our window blinds store for a free consultation!

First, let’s look at how wood blinds and faux blinds are similar. Aesthetically, both types of blinds will complement any decor. Wood and faux blinds are constructed similarly using string ladders. Both are available in a variety of slat sizes with traditional lifting and tilting systems. Some styles offer cordless or motorized lifting system for added safety and convenience.

Parkland Genuine Wood Blinds

EverWood Faux Wood Blinds

Real Wood Blinds

The most obvious advantage of real wood blinds is that are made of real wood! This gives them the look, feel, and quality of real wood products.

Advantages:

Available in 1 3/8”, 2” & 2 ½” slat sizes

Available in numerous colors and stains

Stained slats highlight natural grains

50% lighter than faux wood blinds which makes them easier to raise and lower

Can be manufactured to accommodate larger windows

Optional routless slat construction to eliminate light leakage

Available with decorative tapes

Perceived to have a more high-end look

Disadvantages

Not recommended for rooms with high moisture – wood can warp

Not as sturdy around children or pets

Cost is about 30% higher than faux wood

Faux Wood Blinds

Durable and affordable, faux wood blinds give you the best of both worlds. They are typically made of PVC, PVC composite or wood and vinyl combination.

Advantages

Available in 2” slat size

Available in different colors & stains

Durable and slats usually bounce back and don’t warp

Great for rooms with high moisture

Built to not crack, chip, peel, warp or bowing

Easy to clean with a wet cloth

Less expensive than real wood

Disadvantages

Heavier than wood

Size limitations for large windows

Quality varies from manufacturer to manufacturer

Not as many upgrades available

Buy Wood or Faux Blinds in Bloomfield Hills Area

Established in 1977, Windows, Walls & More is a leader in window treatments and window treatment motorization, as well as wallpaper, interior design and more. With a beautiful Hunter Douglas Gallery showroom in West Bloomfield, Windows, Walls & More serves Bloomfield Hills, Franklin, Livonia, Northville, Novi and surrounding areas. Stop by our Hunter Douglas Gallery to see our many functional wood and faux wood blind displays. For more information, or to schedule your free in-store consultation, give us a call today at 248-661-3840.

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